Life impact of VA ‐ECMO due to primary graft dysfunction in patients after orthotopic heart transplantation

ConclusionsDespite similar survival rates, VA-ECMO due to PGD has a relevant life impact as defined by DAOH in the first year after HTX. As a more patient-centred endpoint, DAOH may contribute to a more comprehensive assessment of outcome in HTX patients.

Source: ESC Heart Failure - November 4, 2021 Category: Cardiology Authors: Ren é M'Pembele, Sebastian Roth, Alexandra Stroda, Giovanna Lurati Buse, Stephan U. Sixt, Ralf Westenfeld, Amin Polzin, Philipp Rellecke, Igor Tudorache, Markus W. Hollmann, Hug Aubin, Payam Akhyari, Artur Lichtenberg, Ragnar Huhn, Udo Boek Tags: Original Article Source Type: research